most scientists are driven by their beliefs. that's why they become scientists in the first place - they want to know for sure. One of my former professors (Yakir Aharonov) is a firm believer in aliens, and he won the national medal of science for physics. Probably 100% of the scientists who worked in the SETI believe in aliens. Like you said though, scientists have more of a rationale than the average religious believer, but that doesn't make their belief any different - it's still based off of zero actual evidence.
also, beliefs can and do change. I've changed many of my beliefs throughout my lifetime. but your point isn't lost on me - scientific beliefs are generally more fluid and flexible than religious beliefs. but there are plenty of scientists who are stubborn to change their ideas, even in the face of evidence. especially if it's ideas/theories they developed themselves.
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